Changes To Australia's Sanctions Against Iran: Key Points

Following the announcement by the International Atomic Energy Association that Iran has met its commitments under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action nuclear deal, Australia has suspended all nuclear-related sanctions against Iran. Australian companies and individuals are now able to participate in a number of commercial activities previously prohibited; however, while many elements of Australia's Iranian sanctions regime have been suspended, others remain in place.

The Australian Government has followed the decision taken by the United Nations, the United States and the European Union and announced that it has removed certain sanctions against Iran. Australia's Consolidated List of designated entities and individuals was updated on 22 January 2016 to reflect these changes.